{"product_id":"2940045086929","title":"A Simple Guide to Hemorrhoids and Anal Diseases","description":"\u003cp\u003eHemorrhoids or piles are distended veins inside the anus which are swollen and inflamed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHemorrhoids are either inside the anus (internal) or under the skin around the anus (external).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is the cause of hemorrhoids?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHemorrhoids usually result from straining to pass the stool out of anus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther contributing factors include pregnancy, aging, chronic constipation or diarrhea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat are the symptoms of hemorrhoids?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe most common symptom of internal hemorrhoids is\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1, bleeding from the anus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBright red blood may be seen covering the stool, on toilet paper, or dripping from the anus into the toilet bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. There may be pain too especially if the stool is hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis could be due to the hard stools pressing on the swollen piles or due to a tear in the inner lining of the anus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. A painful swelling or a hard lump around the anus may occur when a blood clot forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis condition is known as a thrombosed hemorrhoid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. In addition, excessive straining, rubbing, or cleaning around the anus may cause irritation\u003cbr\u003ewith bleeding and\/or itching.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow common are hemorrhoids?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHemorrhoids are very common in both men and women.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout half of the population have hemorrhoids by age 50.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHemorrhoids are also common among pregnant women.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pressure of the fetus in the abdomen, as well as hormonal changes, causes the\u003cbr\u003ehemorrhoid vessels to enlarge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor most women, however, hemorrhoids caused by pregnancy are temporary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow are hemorrhoids diagnosed?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. A thorough examination and proper diagnosis by the doctor is important any time\u003cbr\u003ebleeding from the rectum or blood in the stool occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBleeding may also be a symptom of other digestive diseases, including colorectal cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe doctor will examine the anus and rectum to look for swollen blood vessels that indicate\u003cbr\u003ehemorrhoids and will also perform a digital rectal exam with a gloved, lubricated finger to\u003cbr\u003efeel for abnormalities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCloser evaluation of the rectum for hemorrhoids requires an exam with a proctoscope,\u003cbr\u003euseful for more completely examining the entire rectum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. To rule out other causes of gastrointestinal bleeding, the doctor may examine the\u003cbr\u003erectum and the entire colon with colonoscopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColonoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that also involves the use of lighted, flexible tube\u003cbr\u003einserted through the rectum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is the treatment of hemorrhoids?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ea. Medical treatment of hemorrhoids is aimed initially at relieving symptoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasures to reduce symptoms include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Tub baths several times a day in plain, warm water for about 10 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. application of a hemorroidal cream or suppository to the affected area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. medicines such as daflon to shrink the swollen blood vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eb. surgical treatment:\u003cbr\u003eA number of methods may be used to remove or reduce the size of internal hemorrhoids.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese techniques include\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Rubber band ligation. A rubber band is placed around the base of the hemorrhoid\u003cbr\u003einside the rectum.\u003cbr\u003eThe band cuts off circulation, and the hemorrhoid withers away within a few days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Sclerotherapy. A chemical solution is injected around the blood vessel to shrink\u003cbr\u003ethe hemorrhoid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Laser coagulation. A special device is used to burn hemorrhoidal tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. Hemorrhoidectomy. Occasionally, extensive or severe internal or external hemorrhoids\u003cbr\u003emay require removal by surgery known as hemorrhoidectomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5. A new method is the Longo technique.\u003cbr\u003eIt involves using a circular stapling device which removes a ring of tissue in the lower\u003cbr\u003eanus pulling the enlarged piles up within the anus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe staples also interrupt the blood supply to the piles\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTABLE OF CONTENT\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 1\u003cbr\u003eHemorrhoids\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 2\u003cbr\u003eAnal Fistula\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 3\u003cbr\u003eAnorectal Abscess and Anal Fissure\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChapter 4\u003cbr\u003eConstipation\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kenneth Kee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47157453783280,"sku":"2940045086929","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940045086929_p0.jpg?v=1769889875","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940045086929","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}